Ac-Planta Inc.

Ac-Planta Inc.

Agri-biotech venture from Japan that aims to solve global food and environmental problems using scientific knowledge.

Founded 2018 Japan

Japan 7 employees Series A Total: $710.35M Agriculture, Biotechnology +2

Ac-Planta Inc. is a RIKEN venture company founded in 2018, with a focus on leveraging scientific knowledge to address global food and environmental challenges. The company's key product, "Skeepon," is a biostimulant material designed to enhance plants' resilience against drought and high temperatures, based on the patented technology that acetic acid strengthens plants' tolerance to dryness and heat. With a philosophy of "Greenfulness - Surviving Climate Change Together," Ac-Planta Inc. is dedicated to tackling issues stemming from climate change and global warming, such as decreased crop yields, desertification, and food scarcity. The company's operations are centered in Japan, and its efforts lie at the intersection of Agriculture, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, and Manufacturing, reflecting its multidisciplinary approach. In March 2024, the company secured a significant Series A funding of ¥480.00M from a group of reputable investors including Global Brain, Universal Materials Incubator, IT-Farm Corporation, and The Norinchukin Bank, underscoring the confidence in Ac-Planta's potential. Encouragingly, the organization fosters a collaborative and integrated work culture, characterized by a small, elite team where individuals are empowered to contribute to the company's vision and have the autonomy to drive growth. Moreover, setting itself apart, Ac-Planta Inc. emphasizes the seamless integration of its research and business units, fostering a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange and innovation.

Funding Stage	Amount	Investors	Lead Investors	Date
Series A Ac	¥480.00M	4	Global Brain, Universal Materials Incubator +2	15 Mar 2024
Non Equity Assistance Ac	Undisclosed	1	SVG Ventures \| THRIVE	25 Sep 2023
Seed Round Ac	¥230.00M	5	Global Brain, SMBC Venture Capital +3	20 Apr 2022
Seed Round Ac	Undisclosed	2	Yosemite, Hitotoki Incubator	19 Feb 2020
Product Crowdfunding Ac	¥350.00K	1	CAMPFIRE	25 Apr 2019
Seed Round Ac	Undisclosed	1	Industrial Growth Platform	08 May 2018

Funding Stage

Amount

Investors

Lead Investors

Date

Series A Ac

¥480.00M

Global Brain, Universal Materials Incubator +2

15 Mar 2024

Non Equity Assistance Ac

Undisclosed

SVG Ventures | THRIVE

25 Sep 2023

Seed Round Ac

¥230.00M

Global Brain, SMBC Venture Capital +3

20 Apr 2022

Seed Round Ac

Undisclosed

Yosemite, Hitotoki Incubator

19 Feb 2020

Product Crowdfunding Ac

¥350.00K

CAMPFIRE

25 Apr 2019

Seed Round Ac

Undisclosed

Industrial Growth Platform

08 May 2018

FAQ About Ac-Planta Inc.

Agri-biotech venture from Japan that aims to solve global food and environmental problems using scientific knowledge.

Ac-Planta Inc. was founded in 2018.

Ac-Planta Inc. is headquartered in Japan.

Ac-Planta Inc. operates in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Life Sciences and Manufacturing. Its work centres on Agri-biotech, Global food problems, Environmental challenges and Scientific knowledge.

Ac-Planta Inc. has approximately 7 employees.

Ac-Planta Inc. has completed 6 funding rounds, raising a total of $710.35M. The latest funding stage is Series A.

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